How far is Albany, GA from Barnesville, GA?
The driving distance from Albany, GA to Barnesville, GA is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102 miles (164.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Macon County, Georgia, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Barnesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Barnesville.
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Start on Pine Avenue
23 m · 6 sec · Pine Avenue
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Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
3.2 mi · 7 min · North Jefferson Street
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Continue on Old Leesburg Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Old Leesburg Road
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Turn left onto Forester Parkway
544 ft · 16 sec · Forester Parkway
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
4.4 mi · 6 min · Walnut Street
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Turn left
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
38.2 mi · 47 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
34 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
22.3 mi · 26 min
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Continue on South Broad Street
2 mi · 3 min · South Broad Street
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Merge slight left onto North Poplar Street
11.3 mi · 13 min · North Poplar Street
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
13.5 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto East Gordon Street
798 ft · 25 sec · East Gordon Street
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Turn left onto South Bethel Street
93 m · 8 sec · South Bethel Street
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Turn slight right onto Barnesville Highway
7.2 mi · 11 min · Barnesville Highway
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Continue on West Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Barnesville Highway
7 mi · 12 min · Barnesville Highway
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Continue on Thomaston Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Thomaston Street
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Turn left onto Forsyth Street
34 m · 5 sec · Forsyth Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Forsyth Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Barnesville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
38.2 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Albany and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Barnesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Barnesville?
The road trip is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km) and usually takes 02h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ideal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from Albany and 58.8 miles from Barnesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102 miles (164.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.48 one way or $32.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Albany and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Barnesville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Barnesville. Straight-line distance: 101.99 mi (164.13 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of Georgia.
| Population | 70,839 |
| Coordinates | 31.5785100, -84.1557400 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Barnesville
City in Lamar County, Georgia, USA
| Population | 6,669 |
| Coordinates | 33.0545700, -84.1557500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: Barnesville (-84.15575, 33.05457)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $16.48 | $32.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $18.42 | $36.85 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.88 | $39.75 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $23.40 | $46.79 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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